Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Mahmood since 1978
Babies named Mahmood per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 99 |
| 2000s | 109 |
| 2010s | 77 |
| 2020s | 38 |
Meaning & origin
Mahmood has maintained a consistent but low level of usage in the United States since it was first recorded in 1978. Its peak year in popularity was 1997, and the name has remained stable in subsequent decades. While it does not appear among the top state rankings, its steady presence reflects ongoing use within Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities. The name's enduring appeal stems from its strong religious and linguistic roots, connecting bearers to a tradition of names that honor the Prophet Muhammad. As of the latest data, it ranks 10,695th nationally, with an estimated 1 in 284,679 male births receiving the name.
Mahmood is a variant transliteration of Mahmud, derived from the Arabic root ḥ-m-d (ح-م-د) meaning 'to praise.' It is a direct cognate of the name Muhammad, sharing the same root and a closely related meaning. The name has been widely used across the Muslim world for centuries, often reflecting religious devotion.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mahmoody, Mahmoodi
Sibling names for Mahmood
Names that share Mahmood's style, for a brother or sister.
